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194-196 Randall St

Glen Park, SF 94131 6655033 4 units · 2 fl · 1909

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Glen Park — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Glen Park average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 194-196 Randall St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1909
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1909
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1909
Total area3,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot6655033
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Mailing address
196 Randall St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
November 20, 1989

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95 Whitney St, San Francisco, CA 94131
194 Randall St, San Francisco, CA 94131
196 Randall St, San Francisco, CA 94131
97 Whitney St, San Francisco, CA 94131
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Initial analysis

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 194-196 Randall Street in Glen Park, owned by Ronald Blum and Mary C Mendoza, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1909. The most recent work has focused on kitchen renovations, with two separate remodeling projects completed in 2020 and 2021, each costing $24,000 and including plumbing and electrical upgrades. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including window replacements (2012), reroofing projects (2011, 1991), and various interior improvements, particularly kitchens and bathrooms (1994, 2001). Notably, there were some fire safety and gas meter-related violations recorded in 2004, but these were promptly addressed and abated within two months.

Recent activity around the property has largely centered on tree maintenance and street infrastructure issues, with several requests for service related to overgrown and damaged trees in 2024, along with reports of manhole cover problems in the vicinity. The building underwent routine apartment house inspections in 2004 and 2010, with no ongoing violations noted. A 2013 fire complaint was determined to have no merit. The property has maintained an active maintenance schedule, with particular attention to kitchen modernization in recent years, and the owners have demonstrated prompt response to regulatory requirements when issues were identified. The most recent building improvements and maintenance work suggests ongoing investment in the property's upkeep and modernization.

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Risk rating

How 194-196 Randall St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
44thpercentile

Out of 364 buildings in this neighborhood, 204 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 25%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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194-196 Randall St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 11
Blocking driveway cite tow
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